A joyful celebration in Liverpool turned scary when a car drove into a crowd, injuring 47 people. Police say it was an isolated incident and not a terrorist attack. The investigation is ongoing, and fans are recovering from the shock.
A Long-Awaited Celebration Ends in Horror
After five long years, Liverpool finally celebrated their 2020 Premier League title with fans. But what should have been a joyful day turned into a nightmare when a speeding car drove into a crowd of supporters, injuring 47 people, including children.
Celebrating a Delayed Victory
Back in 2020, Liverpool won the English Premier League for the first time in 30 years. But due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the city couldn’t celebrate the way they had hoped. No open-top bus parades, no packed streets. Just empty stadiums and quiet streets.
Fast forward to 2025, and the club finally decided to hold the long-awaited victory parade. The entire city of Liverpool turned red as fans of all ages flooded the streets, eager to see their heroes and relive that special moment.
Celebration Turns to Chaos: Car Injures 47 in Liverpool
Just as the celebration reached its peak, tragedy struck. A black car suddenly sped through the cheering crowd just minutes before the team’s open-top bus passed by. People screamed and ran for safety. Some couldn’t escape in time.
According to The New York Times, 47 people were injured in the incident, including four children. AFP reported that 27 people were taken to the hospital, and two of them are in critical condition.
Witnesses described the scene as terrifying. One of them, Harry Rashid, said he had come with his wife and two daughters to join the celebration. He shared, “At first, we heard strange noises like people being hit by the car. The sound got louder as more people were crushed. It was a terrible sight.”
Police Say It’s Not Terrorism
Merseyside Police quickly arrested a 53-year-old British man believed to be the driver. At a press conference, Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims said, “We are not treating this incident as terrorism. We believe it is an isolated case, and we are not looking for anyone else.”
The quick response of the police and emergency services helped control the situation and care for the injured. Their actions were praised by many, including British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. He said, “The bravery of the police and emergency teams was remarkable. They are working hard to support the victims. The entire country stands with Liverpool.”
Messages of Support from Club and Country
Liverpool Football Club also showed their support for those affected. In a post on social media, the club wrote, “We are praying for those affected by this serious incident.”
What was meant to be a long-overdue day of joy and pride for the city turned into one of pain and shock. Fans, players, and officials now focus on helping those injured and ensuring that such a tragedy never happens again.
This heartbreaking event reminded everyone that even moments of great joy can be unexpectedly darkened. While the celebration may have ended in tragedy, the strength and unity of the Liverpool community remain unshaken.
